MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma cheer on Team India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai during the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final against Harry Brook’s England on Thursday, March 5. The fans were delighted to see them applauding the Men in Blue after the Indian batsmen went for big shots on a pitch that was a decent first 257.
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The 44-year-old Dhoni was seen alongside Rohit, the T20 World Cup ambassador, clapping enthusiastically as the Indian batsmen piled the pressure on the England bowlers. Dhoni’s presence galvanized the crowd and highlighted his enduring association with Indian cricket, serving as a reminder of his illustrious career and leadership legacy, even five-and-a-half years after retiring from international cricket.
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Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma led India to 2024 T20 World Cup glory in the West Indies and the United States. He retired from the T20I soon after leading India to victory against South Africa. In May last year, Rohit also retired from Test cricket and currently remains active only in ODIs. The former India captain will next be seen in action playing for Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League 2026.
MS DHONI TO START TRAINING FOR IPL 2026
Dhoni has been busy preparing for IPL 2026 and turned up the heat in Chennai ahead of the season. After arriving in the city on February 28, Dhoni received a warm welcome from fans at the airport before making his way to the high-powered Chennai Super Kings center where he joined Ruturaji Gaikwad in the nets. His session showcased his trademark timing and precisionfrom elegant off-side drives to crisp back-foot drives and crisp shots that reflect the calm confidence that has defined his storied career.
Ahead of the Chennai camp, Dhoni underwent an intensive training block in Ranchi focusing on fitness and match preparation. Reports suggest he followed a disciplined five-hour daily routine at the JSCA Stadium, including two hours of networking sessions and match simulations, an hour of strength training and swimming for low-impact cardio. He also switched to a lighter 1.23 kg bat to increase speed and control.
Dhoni continued his pre-season ritual by visiting the Deori Maa temple in Tamar to seek blessings ahead of the season. At 44, his fitness and focus underline his determination to deliver peak performance as he prepares for the next IPL campaign.
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sabyasachi chowdhury
Published on:
05 March 2026 21:08 IST
